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Computer Networking Computer Networking Fundamentals Get Connected Uses and Upgrades From Bradley Mitchell, your Guide to Computer Networking A grandmother and granddaughter in Evansville, Indiana weren't expecting a grenade-popping SWAT team to bust down their door recently. It was an unfortunate case of mistaken identity caused by an unprotected Wi-Fi network. It's one tough way to learn a network security lesson. Wireless Networking With Insects The Evansville SWAT team could have used a little help with surveillance, and what would be better than using bugs. Not old-school detective bugs, but actual real insects, with wireless network gear attached. A firm in New Jersey is working on just that, believe it or not. Introduction to Network Cables Those who aren't all-in on the new wave of wireless networks can take some consolation in this. Despite advances in wireless technologies, many computer networks in the 21st century continue utilizing cables as a physical medium for devices to transfer data. Several different types of network cables exist, each designed for specific purposes. See More About:  network cables  types of network hardware  Troubleshooting Home Network Routers You've carefully followed all the instructions in the network router setup guide, but for whatever reason your network isn't working. Perhaps everything functioned before and just started failing suddenly, or maybe you've spent days or weeks trying to get through the initial installation. Use these troubleshooting guidelines to isolate and solve network problems involving your router: Keep in mind there may be more than one issue involved! See More About:  troubleshooting home networks  broadband router configuration  What's The Biggest Problem With Computer Networks? It's frustrating when computer networks don't work like we want them to. Of all the different technical issues and limitations around networking, which one do you think is the biggest problem? Post your feedback here. Wireless / Networking Ads Computer Networking Computer Networks Wireless Network Wireless Networking Network Cables Featured Articles Set Up Computer Networks and Connections How Much Is a Computer Networking Patent Worth? Default Passwords for Belkin Routers DISCUSS: Recycling Old Network Routers Finding and Viewing Temporary Files in Internet Explorer Conversations from The Wireless/Networking Message Board   More from About.com Bake Sale Bestsellers Make your next bake sale a profitable one with these irresistible recipes. More> Real Recipes app Download our highly-rated app for free recipes and kitchen tools, for iPhone and iPod Touch. More> This newsletter is written by: Bradley Mitchell Computer Networking Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Computer Networking newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Must Reads Wireless Router Networking IP Addresses + Internet Networks Connecting Two Computers Home Network Diagrams Home Network Setup Advisor Tool   Follow me on: Advertisement